West Bromwich Albion Football Club, commonly known as West Brom, is a professional football club based in West Bromwich, England. Founded in 1878, the club has a rich history and is one of the oldest football clubs in the country. They play their home matches at The Hawthorns, which has a capacity of over 26,000 spectators. The team is known for its distinctive blue and white striped jerseys and has a strong rivalry with Aston Villa, known as the Black Country Derby. West Brom has experienced various successes, including winning the FA Cup five times, with their most recent victory in 1968.